Except as otherwise specifically provided by law, all laws relating to the control of animals running at large shall be administered by the Commissioner. The Commissioner shall have and may exercise all such powers as may be necessary or appropriate to carry out and effectuate the purposes and provisions of this chapter, including the power to\n(1) assist and cooperate with humane societies or others engaged or interested in activities for the control and protection of animals;\n(2) subject to the availability of funds appropriated for such purpose, and with the approval of the Governor, to enter into contracts with humane societies with respect to the seizure, impoundment, shelter and reclaiming or other disposition of animals running at large.
U.S. Virgin Islands Legal Code
2603
U.S. Virgin Islands § 2603 — U.S. Virgin Islands law